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When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what San Rafael has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include San Francisco Bay in San Rafael, as well as Alcatraz Island and Presidio of San Francisco in the area.

Motel properties often have free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as a convenient place to stay for the tired traveller taking a road trip along America’s major roadways.

These are some of Expedia customers’ favourite motels in the larger area. Surf Motel is located 21 km from the heart of San Rafael. Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Mylo Hotel: Free WiFi, parking and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay. Central San Rafael is 19.7 mi (31.7 km) away. Inn on Broadway: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 13.6 mi (21.9 km) from the heart of San Rafael. Civic Center Motor Inn: Central San Rafael is 15.3 mi (24.7 km) away. Free WiFi and parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Motel 6 Oakland, CA - Embarcadero: 20.4 mi (32.8 km) from the heart of San Rafael. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.

As you’re sightseeing around this family-friendly area, take time to explore the shops and festivals. Visitors like San Rafael for the entertainment venues, forests and restaurants. Favourite places in and around San Rafael include San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz Island and Presidio of San Francisco. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: China Camp State Park, McNears Beach Country Park and Gerstle Park. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Classic Billiards, San Rafael Pacifics Baseball - Albert Park and Rebound Bookstore.

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we’ve gathered some data about year-round temperatures in San Rafael to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for San Rafael is 543 mm.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in San Rafael to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.), which is located 25 mi (40.3 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is 25.9 mi (41.7 km) away. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.